Sarafis Carlton Avenue Plat — satellite view
Subdivision5.3 acres

Sarafis Carlton Avenue Plat

Urban energy, solid value

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Walkability
70

Very walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$298K median

🎓Schools
55

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 32 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10

This compact 5-acre area in Kent County offers an appealing blend of convenience and residential comfort. With larger-than-average lot sizes of about 0.21 acres, residents enjoy more space while maintaining excellent walkability for daily needs. The location shines for urban convenience — a dozen restaurants sit within walking distance, while grocery stores and coffee shops are just steps away.

The area excels in practical amenities with strong transit access and fitness options, though those seeking extensive outdoor recreation will need to venture to nearby parks like Ball Perkins Park or Lamberton Lake, just over two miles away. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some exceptional nearby options available. The balanced mix of owner-occupied homes creates a stable community atmosphere. This location works best for professionals and families who value urban convenience, walkable daily amenities, and slightly larger residential lots without sacrificing city accessibility.

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Walkability

7.0

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
7.4
🍽️Dining
7.4
🌳Nature
3.3
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
8.0

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$298K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

21

Median Lot Size

0.21 ac

0.17 ac – 0.21 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

5.5
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 32 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
6Blandford SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 60 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
5John Ball Park Zoo SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 26:1 · 0.0 mi
5Grand Rapids Public Museum HighHigh · 09-12 · 273 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Kent Hills ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 189 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026